Shanwa weather
At 11:00 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 21°C (69°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug. Shanwa sits 1340 m (4,397 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Shanwa, Simiyu, Tanzania.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 64%
- Chance of rain
- 11%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–AugOff season Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan
About Shanwa weather
Is it raining in Shanwa right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 21° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Shanwa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–31° and lows of 17–19°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Shanwa lately?
In the past 7 days, Shanwa had 3 rainy days and 23.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Shanwa?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Shanwa weather by month
When is the best time to visit Shanwa?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Shanwa is Jun–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Shanwa?
December is the wettest month, with about 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 4 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Shanwa?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 18°C (65°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 17°C (62°F).
Does Shanwa have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar, Nov–Dec is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months